The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Luton
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Luton will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Watford for Luton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








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Compare train and coach for Watford to Luton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 25 km
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1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Watford to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Luton trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G17535+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36978 | On time 05:16 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h10 | 07:26 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34781+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36667 | Delayed 05:23 05:17Bushey (BSH) | 1h53 | 07:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17535+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36978 | On time 05:18 Bushey (BSH) | 2h08 | 07:26 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17538+ L34784+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36672 | On time 05:48 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h53 | 07:41 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
G17538+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36982 | On time 05:48 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h08 | 07:56 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17538+ L34784+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36672 | On time 05:50 Bushey (BSH) | 1h51 | 07:41 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
L34784+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36672 | On time 06:01 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h40 | 07:41 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17540+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37195 | On time 06:03 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h08 | 08:11 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17540+ L33719+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07589 | On time 06:03 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h41 | 07:44 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
L33719+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07589 | On time 06:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h29 | 07:44 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L33719+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07589 | On time 06:18 Bushey (BSH) | 1h26 | 07:44 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17541+ L34787+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37195 | On time 06:18 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h53 | 08:11 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
G17541+ L34787+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37195 | On time 06:20 Bushey (BSH) | 1h51 | 08:11 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
L33958+ Y36174 | On time 06:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h19 | 07:50 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
L33722+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07594 | On time 06:49 Bushey (BSH) | 1h25 | 08:14 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L33503+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07594 | On time 06:54 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h20 | 08:14 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L33964+ Y36203 | On time 07:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h15 | 08:30 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
L33970+ Y36179 | On time 08:01 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h19 | 09:20 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
G17558+ L35663+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36690 | On time 08:03 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h37 | 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
G17558+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36695 | On time 08:03 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h07 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17558+ L34480+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07601 | On time 08:03 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h37 | 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
L34480+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07601 | On time 08:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h25 | 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34480+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07601 | On time 08:18 Bushey (BSH) | 1h22 | 09:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17560+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37003 | On time 08:19 Watford High Street (WFH) | 2h07 | 10:26 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34501 · L33976+ Y36695 | On time 08:26 Bushey (BSH) | 1h44 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17787+ L33976+ Y36695 | On time 08:29 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h41 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G17563+ L34487+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37003 | On time 08:33 Watford High Street (WFH) | 1h53 | 10:26 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
L35667+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y36695 | On time 08:35 Bushey (BSH) | 1h35 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L33976+ Y36695 | On time 08:45 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h25 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
L34487+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37003 | On time 08:46 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h40 | 10:26 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34487+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y37003 | On time 08:49 Bushey (BSH) | 1h37 | 10:26 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34492+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07608 | On time 09:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 10:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34492+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ Y07608 | On time 09:19 Bushey (BSH) | 1h21 | 10:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L34514 · L33982+ Y36482 | On time 09:26 Bushey (BSH) | 1h35 | 11:01 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
L33982+ Y36482 | On time 09:45 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h16 | 11:01 Luton station (LUT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford to Luton
Trains from Watford to Luton run on average 22 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground, Avanti West Coast from Watford to Luton trainsThameslink, West Midlands Trains, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Watford and Luton from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watford to Luton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford to Luton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Watford and Luton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Bushey Station
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday 10:30 - 12:30
- Type of shops available: Local shops nearby
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category B2. Long sloping ramp from station entrance to booking hall. Level access from booking hall to platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Outside booking office. Sloped passage from entrance to booking hall.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop C in Prestwick Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Prestwick Road for southbound services to Euston
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15
- Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Lower High Street for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Lower High Street for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Watford London Underground station (Metropolitan line) is approximately 34 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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